Homemade face scrub: benefits, TOP recipes (2020)

The article talks about how to use a body scrub. Recommendations are given on how often to use the scrub and the benefits of the scrub for the body are explained.

Body scrub is the best way to cleanse your skin. With its help, you can improve the condition of your skin: remove dead particles, improve blood circulation, and reveal a healthier and more youthful layer of skin. After the scrub, the skin looks healthy

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How to use body scrub?

The scrubbing procedure completely opens the pores. The skin gets rid of dead particles, which significantly increases its sensitivity. It is recommended to carry out the peeling procedure in the evening so that street dirt and dust do not get into the open pores after cleansing.

General recommendations for using the scrub

Scrubbing is preceded by complete cleansing of the skin with warm water and the use of a small amount of cosmetic cleanser (soap or gel). It is ideal if the skin has been previously steamed (after a bath). The procedure will require a small amount of scrub. Apply the product with your fingers, as if massaging the body, for 5-7 minutes

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If the slightest discomfort occurs, the procedure should be stopped and the scrub replaced with another cleanser. Discomfort may be caused by large abrasive particles.
Sometimes unpleasant sensations (tingling, itching, rash, redness) are associated with manifestations of an allergic reaction to the components contained in the scrub
Small particles of scrub should be washed off the body under a warm shower. The final chord of the scrubbing procedure should be skin hydration. To do this, use a nourishing cream and lotion suitable for your skin type. The nutrients in a cream or other nourishing product penetrate easily into the skin thanks to the cleansing procedure
Even the slightest degree of exfoliation (exfoliation of the upper stratum corneum of the skin) is a strong stress for the skin. If you do not attach importance to proper care, drying and flaking of the skin cannot be avoided.

scrubs and oils

Which oil to choose for scrub

It is better to use unrefined body oil, as it contains a maximum of beneficial substances. The most effective scrub oil is green coffee oil.

Coffee oil perfectly moisturizes dry skin, enriches it with nutritional components, relieves irritation and redness, promotes painless exfoliation of the upper layer of the epidermis, removes toxins, and restores skin elasticity. Known as the most powerful oil for stretch marks and cellulite. The components of organic oil quickly penetrate the epidermis, rejuvenate and heal skin cells.

Oils by type of action:

Removes toxins from the skin

Amaranth oil /Amaranthus cruentus/
COFFEE GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
Sesame (Sesame) oil /Sesamum indicum/
Hazelnut oil (Hazel) /CORYLUS AVELLANA/
Neem (Margosa) tree oil /Azadirachta indica/
PEACH KERNEL OIL /PRUNUS PERSICA, PEACH KERNEL OIL/
Common ivy oil/Hedera helix/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
Pumpkin oil /Cucurbita pepo/

Cleanses

BABASSU OIL /ORBYGNIA SPECIOSA/
COCONUT OIL /Cocos nucifera/
Moringa / Moringa oleifera /
Pongamia oil /Pongamia pinnata/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
Burdock oil /Arctium lappa/
Sal tree oil /Shorea robusta/
Black cumin oil /Nigellae semen/
Evening primrose oil /Oenothera biennis L./

Makes the skin silky (“velvety”)

BABASSU OIL /ORBYGNIA SPECIOSA/
COCONUT OIL /Cocos nucifera/
Kukui /Aleurites moluccana/
Poppy oil /Papaver somniferum/
Mango seed oil /Mangifera indica/
Sweet almond /Prunus dulcis/
SASANKVA OIL /Сamellia sasanqua /

Improves microcirculation

COFFEE GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
LINEN OIL /Linum usitatissimum/
MACADAMIA OIL /Macadamia integrifolia/
Poppy oil /Papaver somniferum/
Raspberry seed oil /Rubus idaeus L./
BORAGO OIL /Borago officinalis/
Common ivy oil/Hedera helix/
Burdock oil /Arctium lappa/
Tamanu oil (Laurel of Alexandria) /Calophyllum inophyllum/

Anti-cellulite

APRICOT KEEP OIL /Prunus armeniaca/
GRAPE SEED OIL / Vitis vinifera L./
Jojoba /Simmondsia californica/
COFFEE GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
COFFEE BLACK OIL /Coffea arabica/
Sweet almond /Prunus dulcis/
PEACH KERNEL OIL /PRUNUS PERSICA, PEACH KERNEL OIL/
Common ivy oil/Hedera helix/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
Chaulmugra (Hydnocarpus kurzii) /

Prevents the formation of stretch marks

ARGAN OIL /Argania spinosa/
ARNICA (EXTRACT) /Agnica montana L./
Jojoba /Simmondsia californica/
Inca inchi /Plukenetia volubilis/
COFFEE GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
Marula oil /Sclerocarya birrea/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/

Smoothes stretch marks

ARGAN OIL /Argania spinosa/
Jojoba /Simmondsia californica/
Camellia oil /Camellia/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
Rosehip oil /Rosa canina/
Promotes weight loss
WALNUT OIL /JUGLANS REGIA L./
Chaulmugra (Hydnocarpus kurzii) /

Eliminates peeling

Avella (Chile) nut /Gevuina avellana/
Pomegranate seed oil / Punica Granatum /
Inca inchi /Plukenetia volubilis/
KIWI OIL /Actinidia deliciosa/
Cranberry oil / Vaccinium Macrocarpon /
Sesame (Sesame) oil /Sesamum indicum/
MACADAMIA OIL /Macadamia integrifolia/
Poppy oil /Papaver somniferum/
Raspberry seed oil /Rubus idaeus L./
Mango seed oil /Mangifera indica/
Carrot oil (root) /Daucus Carota/
Oat oil /Avena sativa/
Blackcurrant oil /Ribes nigrum/
Rosehip oil /Rosa canina/
Evening primrose oil /Oenothera biennis L./

Promotes skin cell renewal

ARGAN OIL /Argania spinosa/
Kokum (Garcinia indica)
Raspberry seed oil /Rubus idaeus L./
Pecan oil /Carya pecan/
Meadowfoam /Limnanthes alba/
Cottonseed oil /Gossypium hirsutum L./

Tones

APRICOT KEEP OIL /Prunus armeniaca/
VANILLA OIL /Vanilla planifolia/
GRAPE SEED OIL / Vitis vinifera L./
Jojoba /Simmondsia californica/
Calendula oil /Calendula officinalis/
Camellia oil /Camellia/
COFFEE-GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
COFFEE BLACK OIL /Coffea arabica/
Laurus nobilis oil
MACADAMIA OIL /Macadamia integrifolia/
Poppy oil /Papaver somniferum/
Raspberry seed oil /Rubus idaeus L./
Daisy /Bellis perennis/
BORAGO OIL /Borago officinalis/
Opuntia tuna
Papaya oil / Carica papaya /
PEACH KERNEL OIL /PRUNUS PERSICA, PEACH KERNEL OIL/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
SOYBEAN OIL /GLYCINE MAXIMA/
Black cumin oil /Nigellae semen/
Evening primrose oil /Oenothera biennis L./

Stimulates metabolic processes in the skin

AVOCADO OIL /Persea americana/
GRAPE SEED OIL / Vitis vinifera L./
Calendula oil /Calendula officinalis/
COFFEE GREEN OIL /Coffea arabica/
Poppy oil /Papaver somniferum/
Raspberry seed oil /Rubus idaeus L./
Mango seed oil /Mangifera indica/
Marula oil /Sclerocarya birrea/
BORAGO OIL /Borago officinalis/
Cucumber oil / Cucumis Sativa /
PEACH KERNEL OIL /PRUNUS PERSICA, PEACH KERNEL OIL/
Wheat Germ oil /Triticum vulgare/
Burdock oil /Arctium lappa/
Camelina oil /Camelina sativa/
Rosehip oil /Rosa canina/

How often should you do a body scrub?

It is recommended to use the scrub for dry skin 2 times a month. For those with oily skin, scrubbing is recommended 4 to 5 times a month.

Manufacturers indicate information on the frequency of use on the scrub packaging. It cannot be ignored, because a scrub, if used too often, can not only help get rid of old dead cells, but also cause irreparable harm

Facial scrub

After washing your face with warm water and a small amount of cleanser, apply the scrub with your fingertips. The skin around the lips and eyes is very sensitive, so the scrub should not be used here.

You need to start distributing the scrub over your face from the center, moving to the middle of the forehead, temples, chin, nose. You need to finish applying the scrub again at your temples. Apply the scrub for no longer than 3 minutes, then rinse. Finish cleansing your face with moisturizer applied lightly.

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Essential oils for scrub

Top 3 essential oils for scrub

Lemon EO whitens, smoothes, normalizes the secretion of oily skin, renews cells, promoting the process of skin rejuvenation; improves the tone of aging, flabby skin; normalizes sebum secretion, cleanses and tightens pores, softens rough areas, exfoliates dead cells, has antiviral, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties - treats various bacterial-viral rashes, warts, lichen, weeping eczema.
Tea tree EO is an “ambulance” for problem skin - an antiseptic that promotes the healing of any wounds and parasitic lesions on the skin. It eliminates swelling, irritation, itching and redness, restoring healthy color and texture of the skin. Tea tree essential oil.
Lavender EO disinfects inflammation, balances sebum production, heals wounds, restores skin, eliminates itching, redness, peeling; has bactericidal, disinfectant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory effects; known as a wound-healing, regenerating agent for the rapid healing of wounds, abrasions, cuts, cracks, burns; treats skin diseases: dermatosis, psoriasis, eczema, fungal, viral diseases, vitiligo, rosacea, herpes on the lips; removes harmful toxins from the skin; used as a refreshing and tonic for aging, tired skin.

Essential oils by skin type

NORMAL SKIN TYPE

Tonify: lemon, juniper, geranium, rosemary.
Calming: mint, lavender, jasmine, ylang-ylang, chamomile, rose, neroli, bergamot, tea tree.
Rejuvenate: lemon, tea tree, lavender, rose, orange.
Cleanse: rose, orange, bergamot, lemon.
Dry skin type
Tonify: mimosa, fir, incense.
Calming: geranium, chamomile, orange, lavender.
Rejuvenate: geranium, rose and tea tree, lavender.
Cleanse: rose, jasmine, neroli.

OILY SKIN TYPE

Tonify: rosemary, lemon, juniper, mint, ginger, geranium, thyme, lemon balm.
Calming: lavender, patchouli, ylang-ylang, tea tree, chamomile.
Rejuvenate: lavender, lemon.
Cleanse: lemon, tea tree, lavender.

MIXED SKIN TYPE

Tonify: mint, geranium, lemon, rosemary.
Calming: ylang-ylang, bergamot, jasmine, tea tree, rose.
Rejuvenate: rose, lemon, orange, lavender.
Cleanse: rose, lavender, bergamot.

PROBLEM SKIN

Acne: lemon, thyme, fennel, lemon balm, bergamot, mandarin, marjoram, lemongrass, coriander, mint, juniper, pine, lemon balm, geranium, lavender, cedar, clove, chamomile, eucalyptus, basil, frankincense.
Inflammation: Manuka, Chamomile, Naioli, Lavender, Palmarosa, Tea Tree, Patchouli, Helichrysum, Bergamot, Sandalwood, Geranium, Grapefruit, Frankincense, Thyme, Petitgrain, Palmarosa, Cayaput, Rosewood, Yarrow.
Dry acne: geranium, lavender, petitgrain, sage.
Pigmentation: manuka, chamomile, tea tree, myrtle, immortelle, thyme, kayaput, oregano, rosemary, lemon, nioli, grapefruit.
Furunculosis: cloves.
Enlarged pores: bergamot, lemon, pine, lemongrass, eucalyptus, mint, rosemary, lemon balm, yarrow, myrtle, juniper, cedar, grapefruit, lime, chamomile, bergamot.

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What are the benefits of body scrub?

A scrub is a cosmetic product with abrasive particles, thanks to which you can regularly deep clean the skin. The procedure helps exfoliate old skin microscales and stimulate blood circulation.
Peeling, if carried out correctly, provides the skin with a more fresh appearance, matte, and smoothness. Scrubbing or peeling reduces wrinkles and saturates the skin with oxygen.
The scrub contains natural or artificial abrasive particles and a base: cream, gel. During the procedure, impurities and cosmetic residues are removed from open pores. The scrub also enhances the effectiveness of other cosmetics that are applied after peeling.

Homemade face scrub (beneficial properties)

Epidermal tissues tend to renew themselves periodically. In this case, dead cells accumulate on the surface.

In combination with secreted fat and external contaminants, they form a fairly dense layer that prevents the free penetration of oxygen into the skin.

Against the background of blockage, many negative manifestations arise - acne, the development of inflammatory processes, loss of healthy color, roughness and the appearance of early signs of aging.

It is recommended to systematically cleanse the skin surface, which a homemade facial scrub can help with. Otherwise, all the applied cosmetics with anti-aging and other spectrum of action will not provide the desired result.

What does removing the stratum corneum with a scrub give:

cleansing at a deep level - the scrub contains abrasive particles, due to which dead cells are mechanically removed;
enhanced regeneration – tissue is renewed due to better oxygen supply;
saturation with nutritional components – blood circulation in the epidermis increases, cells begin to “breathe” freely and absorb nutrients more productively.

As a result, the toxins and wastes that accumulate inside are released through the skin more intensively. They acquire a healthy and well-groomed appearance.

It is home-made scrubs that bring the greatest benefit, as they consist exclusively of natural ingredients.

Warming body scrub

Warming scrubs can be purchased, or you can prepare them yourself immediately before performing home spa treatments. As a rule, warming scrubs include ginger powder and ground pepper.

warming scrub

RECIPE for making a warming scrub at home

Action: the scrub moisturizes and nourishes the skin. When using a warming scrub, pores are cleansed and skin tone is evened out. Thanks to ginger essential oil, blood flow improves and a slight warming sensation is achieved.

Ingredients:

60 g blue clay 25 g henna 2 tbsp brewed coffee 1 tbsp sea salt 10 drops essential aroma oil

Application: All scrub components must be mixed, adding salt and essential oil last. In this case, the salt will not have time to dissolve, and the oil will not evaporate prematurely. The usual method of using the scrub is: apply to moisturized skin for a few minutes.

What is a scrub and how does it affect the skin?

The scrub helps well in cleansing the skin of dead cells. It can be in the form of an emulsion, cream or lotion. The composition includes abrasive particles (crushed fruit seeds, salt, small grains of coffee) and a mushy base.

The scrub deeply cleanses the skin, eliminates flaking, and frees clogged pores. After this

The procedure improves blood circulation in the epidermis, the skin becomes soft and smooth.

Scrubs can be used not only for the face. They are widely used to cleanse the skin of the entire body. The difference between these products is that facial cleansing comes more delicately. The composition of the product for hands and feet includes larger particles of ingredients.

When using this method of cleansing the skin, it is necessary to remember that if you have a sensitive type of epidermis, it is better to use gentle scrubs. They act gently on fabrics without damaging or scratching them. If your skin is prone to irritation, it is better to choose products with synthetic abrasives. They have a round base and do not scratch or irritate the skin.

Exfoliating body scrub

Exfoliating scrubs contain ingredients that remove sebum and dead cells. The skin becomes radiant and youthful after using a scrub with brown sugar, coffee, healing clay, crushed rice, and honey. To avoid an allergic reaction, it is better to make your own exfoliating scrub.

EXFOLIATING SCRUB RECIPE

Action : moisturizes and cleanses, removes dead cells. In just a few minutes, the skin turns from rough to soft, elastic and silky.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp coffee grounds (can be replaced with ground coffee) 1 tsp sea salt 1 tbsp sour cream (if the skin is dry) or (if the skin is oily: 1 tbsp yogurt and a little boiled water) 1 tbsp milk 1 tsp olive oil

Application : mix all ingredients, adding salt last (so that it does not dissolve). Apply the scrub to your face and massage for 2-3 minutes, then rinse.

Basics of the procedure (5 tips)

If you use your own homemade scrub correctly, you can completely eliminate future professional intervention and hardware facial cleansing.

It is enough to remember and always apply a few key rules:

Regular procedures. This means different intensities: for dry skin - twice a month, normal and combination skin - once every 7-10 days, oily skin - every 4 days.
Careful preparation. You need to remove all makeup, wash your face and steam your skin using hot herbal compresses. After this, do not wipe yourself dry with a towel, but apply an abrasive mixture to the damp epidermis.
Apply the scrub along standard massage lines: from the bridge of the nose to the temple area, from the middle of the face to the ears, wings of the nose and chin. The areas near the eyes are not affected, since the integument here is especially delicate.
You need to massage for 3-4 minutes, then leave the product for another 5-7 minutes and only then wash with cold running water.
At the end of the process, replenishment with cream is required, and for oily skin, disinfection with freshly squeezed citrus juice.

Body scrub with cinnamon

The aroma of cinnamon brings back memories of childhood, sweet buns and buns. Cinnamon is used very often in facial cosmetics. It promotes skin rejuvenation and regeneration.

Cinnamon scrub recipe

Action : activates blood circulation, restores capillaries, removes excess fat, corrects age-related changes

Ingredients:

2 parts natural honey 1 part cinnamon

Application : Apply the scrub with light massaging movements. After a few minutes, rinse with warm water.

Reviews

Elena I’ve never tried homemade formulations, I’m used to using store-bought products, so I want to recommend the cool Natura Siberica face scrub. It works well on blackheads and removes oily shine, lasts a long time and is inexpensive. I've been using it for a year now and am very pleased.

Nadezhda But store-bought products don’t help me, except that for a while they create the appearance of “healthy skin,” but this quickly disappears. That's why I learned how to prepare homemade compositions. My favorite remedy was a mixture of aspirin, salt and salicylic acid. I have very oily skin with acne, so it doesn’t dry out my face and removes impurities from my pores well.

Application and benefits of purchased body scrubs: tips and reviews

Store-bought body scrubs do not always contain information about what skin type they are suitable for. Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing a cleanser: take into account your skin type and for what purpose the scrub is needed
With the help of special scrubs, which contain tonic and fat-burning substances, you can reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Modeling scrubs normalize lymph flow and improve metabolic processes and skin nutrition
Incorrect use of the scrub, as well as its too frequent use, can lead to microtraumas and ingrown hairs. The scrub should not be used if the skin has inflammation or acne.
Allergic rashes and redness can be avoided by preparing a scrub at home. The allergy-causing component can be easily replaced with another

Reviews:

Polina, 25 years old: I usually use salt scrubs. But recently I tried Brazilian coffee. The scrub has an amazing coffee and creamy smell. Scrubbing occurs effectively thanks to sugar and ground coffee particles.

Galina, 36 years old, cosmetologist: proper skin care is impossible without such an important procedure as skin exfoliation. When choosing a facial product, give preference to scrubs with abrasive particles without sharp edges. Avoid cleansers that contain ground seeds, nut shells, salt, or sugar (all of these ingredients are suitable for exfoliating the body). Gommages and scrubs with polyethylene particles gently cleanse the skin of the face.

Anastasia, 42 years old: “I usually make scrubs myself. Once a week you can pamper yourself. But if I don’t have time, then I use store-bought ones. The skin becomes soft and smooth. The aroma is usually relaxing and uplifting.”

Body scrub particles

Salt. Salt also comes in different types and different properties. To find out which salt is best to use for a scrub, read the article LEMON-SALT BODY SCRUB

Sugar. Many edges and a rough surface make sugar an excellent base for a scrub. Sugar granules, large and hard at first, gradually smooth out when applied to the skin under the influence of water, gently and safely cleansing the skin. Another advantage of a sugar scrub over a traditional salt scrub is that if the skin is damaged, there are microcracks or cuts, you will not feel discomfort and tingling, as when using a salt scrub. Sugar scrub is softer than salt scrub

Coffee. Ideally, it is best to use freshly ground coffee beans. Ground coffee from a pack and fresh coffee grounds from brewing coffee are also suitable. When applied externally to the skin, the caffeine contained in coffee can relieve swelling and stop inflammatory processes. It also increases blood circulation, which makes it effective in the fight against cellulite.

Grape seeds. Grape seed scrub - scrub particle size is usually 500 microns. Suitable for body. A scrub using grape seeds has a powerful bactericidal effect, tightens pores and maintains the right amount of moisture in the skin. It is ideal for problem or combination skin types, making them more pleasant to the touch.

Walnut meal. Walnut meal promotes necessary moisture and protects the skin; quickly heals tissue; accelerates cell restoration, smoothes scars; cleanses the skin of toxins; enhances the protective function of the skin; stimulates rejuvenating processes, prevents wrinkles. Walnut powder is a very gentle natural scrub that can gently and effectively remove impurities from the skin of the face and body.

Jojoba granules. Unique natural abrasive particles, which, in addition to their cleansing effect, form a thin wax layer that nourishes and protects the skin. Jojoba granules are spherical in shape and do not cause microtrauma to the skin. After a light massage or when applied to hot skin, the granules gradually melt, leaving a protective layer on the skin. Melting point 65-70C, do not add to hot mixtures.

Candelilla wax granules.

Ground fine particles of candelilla wax obtained by spraying molten wax and quickly cooling it. The granules are insoluble in water, which allows its use in liquid soap and cleansers. After use, it leaves the skin feeling moisturized and smooth. Do not add the scrub to a base that is too hot to avoid it dissolving. It is recommended not to exceed the temperature of 50 C.

Linen.

Flax meal is very gentle on the skin. Also suitable for sensitive skin. Effectively cleanses the skin. Helps quickly relieve various skin irritations, has an effective wound-healing effect on various wounds, cuts, bruises and other damage to the dermis.

ALMOND BONE SCRUB. Gently and safely removes dead cells and cleanses the skin.

Pumice powder. Used as a natural scrub for face and body. Very delicate and safe. Effectively removes rough skin. You can make soap-scrub, mousse-scrub, cream-scrub.

Milk thistle. Milk thistle meal will help get rid of redness, irritation or peeling. Your skin will become softer, its healthy color and attractive appearance will return. One of the best means to improve the health and ideal appearance of the skin. Contains vitamins E, K, D, B vitamins, as well as potassium, chromium, iron, manganese, proteins, copper.

Precautionary measures

When choosing a product, you should pay special attention to the following points:

It is better to give preference to gel-based substances.
No individual intolerance to ingredients.
The scrub must be suitable for your skin type.
The abrasive particles from its composition must have a smooth shape.
The base contains moisturizing and nutrients.
Natural components have a positive effect on the recovery process.

If an allergic reaction occurs, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

Skin care rules after

When the scrub is washed off (with ordinary warm water!), you can proceed to the next stages of care. This time is considered the best for applying creams and masks. So, you can safely take off the shelves everything that nourishes, moisturizes, rejuvenates and increases elasticity.

Additionally, after scrubbing, you can remove excess facial hair. The process will go much faster and easier.

Also, after such peeling, you can safely use traditional cosmetology products. The effect of herbal decoctions and lotions will be noticeable much faster.

What you should not do is use products containing acids. This can cause significant damage to skin injured by small abrasive particles.